Product Focus: Pressure washers

Dual-pressure washer 
The Makinex DPW dual-pressure washer combines a rotary cleaner and wand pressure washer in one unit. It offers the ability to swap between the two with the turn of a handle. This design offers contractors the versatility to easily switch between rotary and wand functions, which can improve productivity. Powered by a Honda engine, it has a 32-foot hose to access hard-to-reach places. It is equipped with rubber mounts that reduce vibration from the engine, brake casters, heavy-duty geared pump with thermal release valve and lifting eye. A foldable handle assists with transportation and storage. Water pressure is fully adjustable from 1,000 to 4,000 psi. 
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Cold-water pressure washer
Mi-T-M Corporation offers its 7,000 psi CWC Series cold-water pressure washer that is ideal for heavy-duty cleaning. With an industrial frame, 1 1/4-inch roll cage, lifting hook and four flat-free tires, this unit is designed to handle the toughest jobs, Mi-T-M sources report. The unit is equipped with a 688cc Honda GX690 OHV engine with electric start, external bypass system, two-piece belt guard and a 13-gallon fuel tank capacity for a 9.5-hour run time. It comes with a 50-foot high-pressure hose, 48-inch wand and four quick-connect nozzles that can be matched to the specific cleaning need. The model is one of several pressure washers that Mi-T-M offers that are well-suited for rental operations. 
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Towable hot-water pressure washer
Shark’s Tiger Shark hot-water pressure-washer trailer offers outstanding mobility combined with high performance, reliability and easy operation, especially on job sites where water hookup is readily available. With a Honda GX390 engine with electric start and a manual recoil backup, it can pump 3.5 gpm at 4,000 psi. The compact trailer has highway safety-rated 13-inch pneumatic tires that can also travel offroad. It has a swing-away height-adjustable hitch for various vehicle heights as well as multiple hitch configurations. The pressure washer comes with an 8-gallon diesel fuel tank, 50-foot high-pressure hose, chemical injector, wand and trigger gun. Only two switches are needed to operate the entire unit. 
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Pressure washer assortment 
The Great Northern Equipment line of Brave hot- and cold-water pressure washers includes six cold-water models with 1,700 to 4,000 psi pressure and two hot-water models with 2,000 or 3000 psi pressure. The units are either electric or powered by a Honda engine with Cat or Comet pumps. Brave pressure washers include convenient quick-connect nozzles and a 25- or 50-foot high-pressure, non-marking hose. Currently, Brave is offering a special-buy, cold-water pressure washer. This unit, the BRP4030HAR, features a Honda GX340 engine, 3,000 psi pressure and is equipped with 4.25 gpm AR pump and comes standard with four spray nozzle tips and a 50-foot high-pressure, non-marking hose.
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Belt-drive cold-water pressure washers 
Jenny Products, Inc. offers four models of Steam Jenny belt-drive cold-water pressure washers that are designed for heavy use and provide a longer pump life than direct-drive units. The pulley system powers the pump at a significantly slower speed than if the pump was coupled with the engine crankshaft. The belt absorbs engine vibration and allows the pump to be located farther away from the engine heat. The pressure washers are powered by Honda GX Series engines and feature a triplex ceramic-plunger pump that needs little maintenance. They are available with pressure ratings between 3,000 and 4,000 psi and flow rates vary between 3 and 4 gpm with an optional pressure and flow adjustment available. 
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Versatile pressure washer 
Generac Power Systems now offers the 3600-psi Professional Series power washer that is engineered for commercial use. Its user-friendly design makes it easy to service and its robust components can provide superior cleaning performance at a lower price point (MSRP$699).  Its brass-head triplex pump is designed to last up to four times longer than axial-cam pumps and the 212cc Generac OHV engine features enhanced lubrication that extends the unit’s life and minimizes maintenance requirements. With 10-inch oversized pneumatic wheels, it is easy to maneuver on rough job sites. The abrasion-resistant, 30-foot Flex high-pressure hose resists kinking. It comes with a professional-grade ergonomic spray gun and five quick-change nozzle tips. A 1.25-inch diameter steel frame protects components from damage during transport or use on the job site. 
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Affordable pressure washers 
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA offers a powerful line of affordable pressure washers starting with the PW3028. Its 192cc 4-stroke OHV engine, combined with its reliable brass Triplex Cat pump generates 3,000 psi and 2.8 gpm. It is equipped with a pivoting tip with a 5-in-1 nozzle selector, folding handles and never-flat tires. The Yamaha PW4040 pressure washer delivers 4,000 psi and 4 gpm. It is equipped with wide, non-pneumatic tires, fold-down locking handles and a hand truck roll-cage frame. The quick-connect nozzles offer multi-tip selection.
www.yamahamotorsports.com/pressure-washer

Commercial pressure washer 
The STIHL RB 800 gasoline-powered pressure washer combines power, performance and ease of use for the toughest commercial and industrial cleaning jobs, Stihl sources report. It’s powered by a 14-horsepowers engine that powers a premium commercial-grade pump with Triplex components, a brass manifold design, stainless steel valves and solid ceramic pistons for longevity and durability. It has a 50-foot durable, steel-braided hose. The engine has a cast-iron liner and low-oil shutdown capability. The adjustable pressure regulator allows the user to change pressure to match the cleaning job. A fold-down handle design offers compact storage to save space.
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